NEWARK: Age 67 entered eternal rest on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at his home with his family by his side. Alvis was born the son of the late Alvis Lee and Margaret (Midkiff) Humphries on Thursday, December 9, 1948 in Springdale, West VA. He attended Marion High School and graduated from Rainelle High School in West VA class of 1968. Alvis retired from Eastman Kodak Co in 2004 where he worked in film coating manufacturing. He loved the great outdoors including hunting, fishing and horseback riding. He was a hard worker, always working in his yard and splitting wood to heat his home. Alvis was very handy with his hands and built the family home along with his brothers, cousin and nephews. He also, worked with his children to plant the yard. The funeral Home proudly flies the Army Flag for his service in Viet Nam where he was a recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Alvis will be remembered by his loving wife Barbara (Finn) Humphries; daughter Jill Humphries; grandchildren Jaden Lee and Jolea Rhea; daughter-in-law Coco Humphries; brothers Raymond (Agnes), Carl (Joanie) and Randy Humphries; sisters Margaret (Wesley) Robson, Jane (Ken) Buss, Daisy (Paul) Ayre and Dinah (Tim) Cherry; brother-in-law Jerry (Dawn) Finn; sister-in-law Jane Humphries; special cousin Cherry Patterson; longtime friend Chip (Franklin) Levan; many nieces, nephews and cousins and being Uncle Jumior, two great nieces and nephews. Alvis was predeceased by his beloved son Sgt. Joshua Humphries in 2001; brother Lloyd Humphries; sisters Nancy and Clara. Family will greet friends on Sunday (March 6) from 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. and Monday (March 7) 11a.m. to 12 noon at the Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St, Newark. A Funeral Service will follow calling on Monday at 12 noon. In memory of Alvis, please consider donations to the American Cancer Society, 1120 S. Goodman St, Rochester, NY 14620. You may write a memory or condolence to the family by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

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ONTARIO: Passed away on March 1, 2016 at age 75. She was born on March 19, 1940 in Irondequoit, NY to the late Oscar and Genevieve VerStraete. Shirley was predeceased by her brother, Donald VerStraete. She is survived by her husband, Thomas F. Mizelle; children, Brian (Suzie) Garnsey, Janet (Charles) Fleury and Patty (Bruce) Barber; step-children, Shahaamah (Jamie) Morris and Romaude Mizelle; grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sisters, Irene (Bill) Morrison, Jane Humphries, Beverly (Ken) Dippel. Friends may join the family for calling hours on Monday (March 7) from 4-7 PM at Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapels, 123 East Jackson St., Palmyra, NY 14522, where her funeral service will be held on Tuesday (March 8) at 11 AM. Interment in Palmyra Village Cemetery. Contributions in Shirley’s name may be directed to Wayne County Humane Society, 1475 County House Rd., Lyons, NY 14489.

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FAIRPORT/WILLIAMSON: Peacefully transitioned to his Heavenly Home on March 2, 2016 surrounded by his three girls at the conclusion of his courageous battle with cancer. Carl was a proud Army Veteran of World War II and a highlight of his life was his recent trip to Washington DC as part of the Honor Flight program. After graduating with a teacher’s degree from Oswego State University, he met the love of his life, Audrey, a fellow teacher, on the first day of school in 1951. They married in June of 1952 and before too long welcomed their three children. He was a dedicated, well loved and respected teacher for 32 years – first teaching Driver Education in Williamson & Ontario and then moving to the position of his dreams as the Industrial Arts (shop) teacher in Marion. He has been a faithful member of the Williamson First Baptist Church since he moved to town in the Fall of 1951, serving there in many capacities over the years…Deacon, Trustee, Search Committee member, Moderator, Head Usher, Custodian and Soloist after discovering his love of the microphone one day when cleaning the sanctuary. He had a heart dedicated to service – he spent the 32 years following his retirement volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and The Fairport Baptist Home, especially enjoying his time working in the Tool Thrift Shop. He said that his two goals in life were to make life easier for others and to lead others to know his Lord & Savior. Audrey and their son David, as well as many other beloved family members, are now rejoicing at their reunion with him in Heaven. Left behind to miss him deeply are daughters Deborah Gallinaro and Kathy (Gary) Stone; his precious granddaughter Meredith Gallinaro; sisters Betty Trim, Esther (Al) Fiege, Emily Vandersteur; brother Robert (Doris) Hutchinson, many nieces and nephews, church family, Fairport Baptist Home family, and the many former students that he considered to be honorary sons & daughters. The family expresses their deep gratitude to the VNA Hospice program and the Leo Center for Caring for their wonderful support and care in Carl’s final days. Calling Hours will be (Tuesday) March 8th from 4pm – 7pm at the Young Funeral Home in Williamson, New York and the funeral/celebration of his life will be (Wednesday) March 9th at 6pm at the Williamson First Baptist Church. Memorial gifts in his honor may be made to the Williamson First Baptist Church or the Fairport Baptist Home. Online condolences can be expressed at youngfuneralhomeny.com

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MACEDON/WILLIAMSON: Entered into rest March 2, 2016, David was born February 26, 1955, the son of the late Lee and Geraldine Morrison. David is survived by his children: Matthew (Claudina) Morrison, (grandson, Luke), Joshua (Celena) Morrison and Kathryn Morrison as well as siblings: Marylee (Sterling) Kozlowski, Marlyn (Kerry) Morphet, Paul (Barb) Morrison, J. Todd (Brenda) Morrison. Calling hours begin at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 6, 2016 at the Williamson First Baptist Church, 4212 East Main St., Williamson, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 p.m. Online condolences can be expressed at youngfuneralhomeny.com –

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NEWARK/THE VILLAGES, FLORIDA: Passed away on January 24, 2016 in Florida at the age of 77. Larry was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Geraldine (Miller) Hall; brothers, Donald and Arthur Hall. Larry is survived by his children, Kara (Will) and Steven (Carrie); grandchildren; his sister, Catherine and brother, Phillip. Friends and family may gather for visitation on Friday, March 18th, 2016 from 4-7 PM at the Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapel, 1040 State Route 31, Macedon, NY 14502

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WEST WALWORTH: James Edward Dawson, age 70, passed away peacefully in his home in West Walworth on Friday, February 26, 2016 at the age of 70. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn, of 47 years; his three daughters Christine (Paul) Cruso, Connie Dawson, and Catherine Sweeney and her companion, Bruce Williams; five grandchildren; 2 brothers, David (Vicki) Dawson and Ronald Dawson. Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Gertrude Dawson, as well as his brother, Robert Dawson, and his sister, Carol Dawson. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 435 East Henrietta Road, Rochester, NY 14620

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TEXAS/MARION: The son of Ray and June H. Godfrey, died suddenly on Saturday, February 27, 2016 in Sherman Texas. He grew up in Marion, NY and was a graduate of the class of 1975. He married Veralice Elwell on September 7, 1985 and relocated to Texas that same year. He worked for Babcock’s Tandy Company and Sears before retiring and spend this time restoring old cars and enjoying his love of Harley Motor Cycles. He is survived by his wife, “Vicky” Veralice of Collinsville, TX; daughter, Michelle Quilitzch of Rochester, NY; sister, Jessie Schmidt of Milwaukee, WI as well as 9 grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services were held locally in Sherman TX and the family will host a Potluck Memorial Picnic in the Kanatota B lodge in Webster Park, Webster NY on March 20, 2016 from 12pm to 6pm. Friends and family are welcome and encouraged to attend this event during this time to share their memories of Eldon. For further information or questions about the event, please contact Jessie Schmidt at 414-446-449

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SODUS: Passed away Thursday, February 4, 2016 at the DeMay Living Center at the age of 57. Tom is survived by his mother Linda Kay Scutt, brother Robert N. Carlin of Colorado, step brother Nelson Scutt, Jr., nephew Dustin Scutt, niece Jasmine Scutt and many friends and relatives. Thomas was dearly loved by all who knew him and will be sadly missed. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of the DeMay Living Center for all the love and kindness they displayed toward Thomas. There will be no calling hours at the request of the family. Condolences may be expressed at hsnorton.com.

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GASPORT: passed away on Saturday March 5, 2016 in Absolut of Gasport. Born July 29, 1915 in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late William and Emma Wiegold Laasch. Ruth enjoyed playing balloon volleyball, while she resided in the nursing home. She is predeceased by her husband, Willis Ferry, who passed away in 1989 and her sister, Dorothy Hohensee. Ruth is survived by her son Wayne (Bonnie) Ferry of Ontario, NY; grandchildren John (Mary) Ferry, Janet (Peter) Thomas, Nisha (Mike) Cerame, David (Michele) Ferry and Brian Ferry; and 10 great grandchildren. Private Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Ridge Lawn Cemetery, Cheektowaga, NY. Online Condolences at pruddenandkandt.com.

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NEWARK: Age 75, died Tuesday (March 8, 2016) at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Mr. De Santo was born on November 4, 1940 in Buffalo, son of the late Rocco E. and Theresa Nittolo De Santo. He attended Newark High School, after high school, he spent the next six years with the US Marine Corp. While in the Marines, Joe was a boxer and served in Viet Nam. After the service, Joe spent sometime in California, surfing. For over 30 years, Joe was a project superintendent for the Pike Construction Company. He was a communicant of St. Michael Church. Joe believed in giving back to his community. He had coached Newark Little League Baseball and Vince Lombardi Football for many years. He molded and mentored many of the youth giving everyone a special nick name. From 2000 to 2008, Joe was the Town of Arcadia Supervisor and is currently a Councilperson on the Town Board. He had served on the Newark Board of Education for six years, until 2014 and received an award Friend of Education by the Newark School District. He also served on the Board of Directors of Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, the Wayne ARC Board, Board of Wayne CAP and the Cornell Extention Service. Family was the most important to Joe. He is survived by his wife of 48 years Judy; three daughters Nicole (Matthew) Fry of Frederksburg, VA, Shelly (Kevin) Lund of Newark, and Jaclyn (Donnie) Mace of Long Island; seven grandchildren Tyler and Madison Fry, Evan and Tristan Allen, Kody Lund, Blake and Reagan Mace; a brother Dick De Santo of Rochester; several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 4-8 P.M. on Friday (March 11, 2016) at the Paul L. Murphy & Sons Funeral Home, 127 East Miller Street, Newark. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Noon. on Saturday (March 12th) at St. Michael Church, South Main Street, Newark. Memorials, in his name, may be made to a charity of ones choice.murphyandsonsfuneralhome.com

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FREEVILLE NY: Born in Ithaca, New York to Marilyn and Clarence Smith on January 2, 1950, Roger John Smith was the second baby to arrive in Tompkins County in that New Year, and the second boy in his family. His brother, Richard, was born three years earlier. His younger sister, Arlene, was born three years later. Roger was in 7th grade when his family relocated from Ithaca to Greene, New York. He graduated from Greene High School in 1968. After high school, Roger attended the State University of New York at Oneonta where he majored in English, minored as a peace activist, and met Jacqueline (Jackie) Green. He graduated in 1972 and soon after married Jackie. They moved to Ithaca where their son, Aaron, was born in 1979. Aaron thrived; the marriage didn’t. Roger met Jan (Bridgeford) Beckman in 1982 while he was the Executive Director of Challenge Industries and she was the Executive Director of H.O.M.E.S, Inc. They married on October 12, 1985. Their son, Nathan, came home in 1988, and their daughter, Marian, in 1989. Three children, two mortgages, and a minivan later, Roger decided to leave manufacturing consulting work and study for the ministry. He received a Master of Divinity Degree in 1998 from Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School, an ecumenical seminary in Rochester, New York. Roger found his professional home and personal fulfillment as a United Methodist pastor. He especially enjoyed leading worship services and embraced the challenge of tackling difficult, provocative subjects from the pulpit with grace, humor, and political acumen. Roger’s passions included cooking, gardening, and a great glass of wine. He was an avid reader, photographer, a lover of opera, live theater, and college basketball. Though he could fix or build anything with tools, he never got the hang of texting. A clergy member of the Upper New York Annual Conference, Roger served under appointment at the Forest Home Chapel, Big Flats’ United Methodist Church, and Newark First United Methodist Church. On February 24, 2016, Roger died from complications related to esophageal cancer. Roger was buried at Greensprings Natural Cemetery on March 1, 2o16. He was predeceased by his brother and parents. Roger is survived by wife, Jan; children, Aaron, Nathan, Marian (Daniel Vidal); sister Arlene (Jim Hertzog); sister-in-law Susan (Richard Smith, deceased), nieces Laura (Ben Eason), Jamie (Eric Pierce), nephew Daniel Smith(Bethany), and close family members, Millie, Jean, Nancy, Lorraine, Rachel (Tim Gallagher), Amy (Bruno Schickel), Anne (Brian) Earl and Sandy Arnold. A memorial service will be held at Roger’s home church, Freeville United Methodist, on June 25, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the following organizations: Freeville United Methodist, UMCOR, Habitat for Humanity, Dryden Southworth Library, Ithaca Cancer Resource Center, or a local food pantry. perkinsfuneralhome.com

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PORT GIBSON: Sally Ann (Leno) Borland, 66 went home to the open arms of her Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 5, 2016 at M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center in Canandaigua, NY. Sally was born the daughter of the late Nelson and Bonnie (Johnson) Leno on Thursday, March 31, 1949 in Canandaigua, NY. She was a graduate of Holland NY Central High School and later worked as a secretary in the Pal-Mac schools where she met her husband. She retired in 2008 from the position of Secretary for the Superintendent. Sally loved to write and had written many devotionals for Wheels of Faith. She also wrote many articles for the “Good News” newsletter. She had served on the search committee for the church and as Deacon for several years. She was a member of the Palmyra Eastern Star. Cooking and knitting were two of her favorite things to do. Most importantly Sally loved her family and friends very much and spent as much time with them as possible. Her smile that could light up a room will be missed greatly. Sally will be remembered by her loving husband of almost 47 years, David G. Borland; son and daughter-in-law Donald (Kathy) Borland; three grandchildren Patrick, Katelynn and Ryan; brother-in-law Donald (Samantha) Borland; sister and brother-in-law Linda (Tom) Champion; many nieces and nephew and step-father Cornelius VanderWerf and many friends. Sally was predeceased by her grandson David M. Borland in Sept. of 1995. There will be no prior calling hours. The family invites friends to a Memorial Service to celebrate Sally’s life on Saturday (March 19) at 11 a.m. at Woodlane Community Church, 5694 Woodlane, Newark. Burial will be in Port Gibson Cemetery. In memory of Sally please consider donations to Woodlane Community Church OR American Diabetes Association, 160 Allens Creek Rd, Bldg. 160, 1st Fl, Rochester, NY 14618. You may write a memory or condolence to the family by visiting watermanfuneralhome.com

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NEWARK: Age 62 entered eternal rest on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital with his loving wife by his side. Bob was born the son of the late Donald and Josephine (Slocum) Craig on Wednesday, August 19, 1953 in Clifton Springs, NY. Bob will be remembered by his loving wife Connie (Rising) Craig; son Jamie Craig; daughters Malynda Craig; Kari (Brian) Joseph; grandchildren; brothers Gene (Diane) Craig and Lee “Skip” (Kathy) Craig; mother-in-law Eleanor Rising. Bob was predeceased by a brother DeWayne; sister Florence Fish. Family will greet friends on Saturday (March 12) from 2 to 5 p.m. when a Memorial Service will follow at 5 p.m. at Norman L. Waterman Funeral Home, Inc., 124 W. Miller St, Newark. In memory of Bob, please consider donations to the Muscular Dystrophy, 1425 Jefferson Rd, 2nd Fl, Rochester, 14623.

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MACEDON: March 5, 2016. Survived by loving husband, Carl Schwind; children, David (Christine) Schwind, Susan (Todd) Morren, Kathy (Rob) Barr; 10 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Delores Welkley and Nancy Welkley. Calling hours, Saturday from 10-12 at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home (Egypt location), 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Road, Fairport. Memorial Service, Saturday 2 PM at the First Baptist Church in Macedon, 58 West Main St., Macedon, NY 14502. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Ontario County ARC.

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LYONS: Age 71, peacefully passed away on March 7th after a long struggle with breast cancer. Born on May 25, 1944 as Joyce Elaine Miller to Harlow and Ella (Putnam) Miller in Rochester, NY, she was raised in Lyons, NY. Joyce was predeceased by daughter Holly Marshall, second husband John Mahon, long-time companion Larry Rivers, and brother David Miller. She is survived by sons Scott (Courtney) Marshall of Webster, NY, Todd (Jill) Marshall of Skaneateles, NY, Adam (Erin) Marshall of Tampa, FL, brother Richard Miller, first husband Gary Marshall, and grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at North Rose United Methodist Church on March 19th at 2pm, and at First Congregational UCC church in Sarasota on March 30th at 2pm. Burial will be in Rose Cemetery in Rose, NY.

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ONTARIO: Wednesday, March 9, 2016, age 88. Shirley was born August 25, 1927 to Raymond and Frances Reithel. She is predeceased by her husband, Luther; sons, George and Martin. She leaves her sons, Luther (Karen) and Paul; daughter-in-law, Cheryl; grandchildren, Adam (Allison, his fiancé), John, Sarah, David (Ashley) and Carrie; great-grandson, Logan; brother, Donald Reithel; numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call 1-2 PM Sunday at Willard H. Scott Funeral Home, 12 South Ave., Webster. Funeral Service 4:00 PM Sunday at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 131 West Main St., Webster. Interment, Furnaceville Cemetery, Ontario. Memorials may be directed to Immanuel Lutheran Church of Webster, or your favorite charity.

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CLYDE: Age 73, of Sodus, formerly of Clyde, died Monday (March 7, 2016) at DeMay Living Center. Jeanette was born in West Palm Beach, December 27, 1942, the daughter of James & Anna Stokes-Evans-Andrews. Survived by four daughters, Yolanda Solomon of Newark, Mary Beth Ash-Jones of Rochester, Valerie (Lou) Walters of Tampa, Fla., Tara (Mike) Wiggins of Sodus; son Ed (Michelle) Ash of Auburn; several grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; three sisters, Luzetta Van, Janie Frazier, Sandra Mitchell; four brothers, Willie, James & Willie James Andrews, & Norman Evans. Predeceased by her husband Eddie in 1999. Burial in Elmwood Cemetery. Memorials to Alzheimer’s Association .

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ONTARIO: Sunday March 6th 2016, at age 66. Predeceased by father Richard Albright, sister Nancy Albright, mother-in-law Joan Kole, and brother-in-law Daniel Levcik. Survived by his loving wife of 25 years Linda Albright; sons, Greg (Gina), Richard (Nichole), and Mark (Emily); mother, Doris Albright; father-in-law, Raymond Kole; sister, Diane Levcik; brother, John (Janet) Albright; brother-in-law, Richard Kole; sister-in-law, Patricia Kole (Joe Weber); grandchildren All are welcomed to attend a remembrance celebration at Pt Pleasant Fire Hall, Irondequoit, NY on Sunday March 20th from 3-6pm. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made the National Kidney Foundation or the American Heart Association .

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WOLCOTT: Age 38, died suddenly Friday, March 11th surrounded by his loved ones. He was predeceased by his father, Howard in February of 1994. Zach is survived by his sons; Zedakiah Burton-James Skinner and Quintin Lee Skinner, mother; Susan Hickman-Skinner, grandmother; Zinnia Skinner, brothers; Zebulon Skinner and Jacob (Wendie) Skinner, sisters; Moriah Skinner, Hannah (Stephen) Bockus and Eden Skinner, mothers of his children; Lynn M Thayer and Amy Carr, step-sons; Dylan Smith and Nathaniel Holmes, as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Zach was a kind soul who loved his children, music, the planet, and loved to dance and shake his bones. All who knew him, loved him. A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, March 17th at the Fair Haven Fire Hall, 14447 Short Cut Rd., Fair Haven, NY from 5pm-8pm. All are welcome. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: Norton Funeral Home, 5925 New Hartford St, Wolcott, NY 14590. hsnorton.com

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WOLCOTT: Age 61, passed away unexpectedly Friday, march 11, 2016. A lifelong resident of the area, Buckshot was born April 12, 1954, a son of the lat Charles A. and Elizabeth Joyce Chatfield Royce. He is survived by his daughter, Ann Marie Bedelyon of Avon, grandson, Aiden, brother, Jeffrey (Karen) Royce of North Carolina. A celebration of William’s life will be held Saturday, March 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Wolcott Volunteer Fire Department, 6162 W. Port Bay Road in Wolcott, 14590. Contributions may be made to the Wolcott Fire Department in William’s memory

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